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NOTE: CGFNS does not accept the at-home versions of English Language Proficiency exams.

California Licensure & Registration Info

The California Board Nursing licenses registered nurses and vocational/practical nurses. Nurses planning to work in California must apply to the Board of Nursing for licensure. California is not a Nurse Licensure Compact state.

Select license type you’re applying for:

Registered Nurse - Initial Licensure

Service(s) Required

*Credentials Evaluation Service Professional Report®

English Language Proficiency Exam Results

Exam scores are not required to be submitted to CGFNS for CES

Notes

*Credentials Evaluation Service may be required by Board of Nursing

Registered Nurse - Endorsement

Service(s) Required

Credentials Evaluation Service Professional Report®

English Language Proficiency Exam Results

Exam scores are not required to be submitted to CGFNS for CES

Notes

eDAS may be accepted by board request.

Licensed Practical Nurse - Initial Licensure

Service(s) Required

*Credentials Evaluation Service Professional Report®

English Language Proficiency Exam Results

Exam scores are not required to be submitted to CGFNS for CES

Notes

*Credentials Evaluation Service may be required by Board of Nursing

Licensed Practical Nurse - Endorsement

Service(s) Required

Credentials Evaluation Service Professional Report®

English Language Proficiency Exam Results

Exam scores are not required to be submitted to CGFNS for CES

Notes

eDAS may be accepted by board request.

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